were adjusting
- past progressive of adjust.
Example Sentences
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She said businesses were adjusting to tariffs, uncertain conditions and AI, and that most of the new jobs were in health care which is regularly hiring as the American population ages.
From Barron's ● Dec. 16, 2025
The family were adjusting to their new surroundings and she said she felt a sense of optimism that early afternoon in July 2024.
From BBC ● Mar. 11, 2025
Dr. Massey thrust himself into supporting Black students at a time when colleges around the country were adjusting to court-ordered integration.
From New York Times ● Mar. 19, 2024
McVay and his staff were adjusting their game plan after starting right tackle Rob Havenstein and rotational cornerback Donte Deayon were put on the reserve/COVID-19 list Sunday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 13, 2021
“It seemed like you were adjusting fairly well — especially recently. Maybe I was just flattering myself that I was making life more interesting for you.”
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
